CPU
GPU
Core i7-4770S
Opteron 6380
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i7-4770S is positioned at rank 745 and the Opteron 6380 is on rank 803, so the Core i7-4770S offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4770S
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6380
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4770S | Opteron 6380 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($111) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4770S | Opteron 6380 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+220%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($111) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-4770S and Opteron 6380
Core i7-4770S
The Core i7-4770S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,749 points. Launch price was $329.
Opteron 6380
The Opteron 6380 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture. It features 16 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 16 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,687 points. Launch price was $1,150.
Processing Power
The Core i7-4770S packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Opteron 6380 offers 16 cores / 16 threads — the Opteron 6380 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-4770S versus 3.4 GHz on the Opteron 6380 — a 13.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-4770S (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core i7-4770S uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Opteron 6380 uses Abu Dhabi (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4770S scores 6,749 against the Opteron 6380's 6,687 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i7-4770S. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total) on the Core i7-4770S vs 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6380.
| Feature | Core i7-4770S | Opteron 6380 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 16 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+15% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz+24% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8192 kB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 16 MB+6300% |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Abu Dhabi (2012) |
| PassMark | 6,749 | 6,687 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-4770S uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Opteron 6380 uses G34 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-4770S | Opteron 6380 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | G34 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-4770S launched at $305 MSRP, while the Opteron 6380 debuted at $551. At current prices ($35 vs $111), the Core i7-4770S is $76 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4770S delivers 192.8 pts/$ vs 60.2 pts/$ for the Opteron 6380 — making the Core i7-4770S the 104.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-4770S | Opteron 6380 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $305-45% | $551 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35-68% | $111 |
| Performance per Dollar | 192.8+220% | 60.2 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2012 |
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